Skyscape Scout Hiking Tent
Our most versatile 3-season tent in a budget-friendly material.
1 Person Tent | Best for:
- Tall Hikers
- Star Gazing
- Budget Conscious Hikers
Pickup available at Six Moon Designs
Usually ready in 24 hours
Skyscape Scout Hiking Tent
Six Moon Designs
8250 Southwest Nimbus Avenue
Beaverton OR 97008
United States
REQUIRES TWO POLES / HYBRID DOUBLE WALLED
40 oz – 1134 g Solo Backpacking Tent
The Skyscape Scout is the most affordable, lightweight tent on the market, so you can lighten your load on any budget.
You can just about go broke investing in ultralight gear. That’s why we designed the Skyscape Scout because everyone deserves to be able to explore the great outdoors in lightweight comfort. Modeled after the popular Skyscape Trekker, the Scout has the same design with a more cost-effective 190T Polyester fabric.
*To completely repel water, shelters need to have sealer applied to the seams before use.
*We do not offer Seam Sealing Service for our Skyscape Scout and Lunar Duo Outfitter. These shelters are made of 190T Polyurethane coated polyester that requires Gear Aid's Seam Grip Plus FC to seam seal.
*Stakes and Support Poles Sold Separately
Design
All Skyscape models utilize a dual fixed length 45" or 115 cm pole support structure to create an A-frame like structure. This can be achieved through the use of trekking poles or our collapsible Aluminum and Carbon Fiber Poles (sold separately). While both poles work well with the Scout, the Aluminum poles are lower in price, while our Carbon Fiber poles are half the weight.
The dual pole structure is slightly offset from the center of the tent. The offset yields extra head room when lying down, reducing that claustrophobic feeling. Further, it allows the Skyscape to be extremely rigid when guyed out, creating a structure capable of riding out the worst storms.
Construction
The Skyscape employs Hybrid Double Wall construction. Over 80% of the canopy is separated from you by a mesh wall, keeping that wet canopy at bay. The Hybrid Double Wall construction allows the vestibules roll back. On warm summer nights, convert the Skyscape into a net tent, pesky bugs stay outside while you enjoy the views and breezes.
The Skyscape's large side entry door lets you easily enter the tent or retrieve gear . With floor length over 100 inches, the Skyscape accommodates the tallest hikers. You can carry a light tent and still sleep well.
Scout Model
The canopy and floor of the Scout are constructed with 190T Polyester. Since this fabric is used in literally millions of tents, it is very cost effective. Incorporating Polyester fabric into the Scout makes it the most affordable ultralight tent on the market today.
The Scout is perfect for those starting to explore the world of ultralight travel.
Features
Hybrid Double Wall
Vestibules roll back for excellent views and ventilation.
Dual Pole structure is extremely stable in wind and snow.
Bathtub Floor
Stash Pocket
Extended floor for tall hikers
Side entry for easy access
Easy Setup
Packs extremely small
Specifications
General
3
1
Tent, Stuff Sacks, Guy Lines
15" x 5" | 38 cm x 13 cm
40 oz | 1134 g
6 (Sold Separately)
Green
Materials
190T Polyester
190T Polyester
40D No-See-Um
YKK #5
3,000 mm
Design
Tent, hybrid double wall
Two 45" | 114 cm Poles (Not Included)
Dual Side Entry
16 ft² | 1.4 m²
23 ft² | 2.2 m²
Gear Review: Six Moon Designs Skyscape Scout by Lisa Pulsifer for The Trek
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- WSWilliam S.Rated 5 out of 5 stars6 months agoAmazing value, great for getting into the ultralight space without putting down a loan
I used this tent for 2 summers and over 20 nights, along with my thru-hike of the Tahoe Rim Trail. For the price, it's almost impossible to beat. I sealed it myself and got the Six Moon Designs tent stakes, still under $200. Very impressed.
- CDClare D.Rated 5 out of 5 stars7 months agoAwesome Tent
I bought this tent for future backpacking endeavors and just to have a lightweight one person for camping as well. What a cool tent! It was fairly easy to seam seal myself and it has held up super well. I took it on a four day trip up the Oregon coast and it endured crazy winds, mist, rain, and nasty mosquitoes. It is also super super roomy as I am 5’9” so I could fit all my gear and what not in the tent with me which was perfect. It was a little tricky setting it up at first with my trekking poles but over time I got the hang of it and it worked perfectly. I could not recommend this tent more!!!
- TGTom G.Rated 5 out of 5 stars1 year agoAmazing quality tent with excellent design features
I've had my Scout for about 4 years now and I really like it for a 1 person backcountry shelter. While it's not the lightest tent there are certain features which make the Scout super durable. The thicker denier fabric, especially on the tent floor, gives some real peace of mind for my inflatable sleeping pad. The tent ventilates very well and has minimal problems with condensation even when fully-closed in rainy weather. The quality of everything has held up well and the cost makes this a really affordable backcountry shelter.
- DGDennis G.Rated 5 out of 5 stars2 years agoLightweight quality tent at a fair price!
I bought this tent for motorcycle camping. I went with the Scout with the SMD CF poles rather than the trekker because I’m hard on my gear. I don’t have any issues with sacrificing a few ounces for the thicker material. I’m very happy with the stitching and overall quality of this tent. It’s lightweight and packs small enough to stow in my side case. I found it easy to set up, take down and repack. I set it up using both the purchased SMD CF poles and my trekking poles. I didn’t have concerns with the SMD CF poles but I prefer the trekking pole set up as it seems more stable. I gave it 5 stars because it’s well made, lightweight, easy to set up and competitively priced. Having said that, there are a few things I didn’t care for. I found the oddly shaped floor plan a little narrow as my Nemo xl wide quasar sleeping pad was a snug fit. It pushed against the inner mesh sidewalls but that’s certainly not a dealbreaker. The only other issue I had was that this tent is marketed as a good fit for taller campers however I was not able to avoid my top quilt touching the canopy all night. I didn’t have any condensation issues on my latest trip but it would be a concern in more humid environments. I did have a few hours of moderate rain but stayed dry. I seam sealed the scout myself. Not a particularly difficult process and it took less than 30 minutes. Overall I’m happy with this tent and would recommend it to anyone looking for a well made and durable 1P shelter. Lastly, my sales and…
- GMGeorge M.Rated 5 out of 5 stars2 years agoBackpacking and motorcycle camping
I learned about Six Moon Design from a friend I hike with he had the Skyscape Scout at 40 ounces it was a done deal I ordered one and have been very happy. After a couple of set ups I can set it up with no problem, in short time. When hiking I use my trekking pole, when on my motorcycle I purchased a set of cheap hiking poles from Wally World, cut them down to the length I wanted, the poles fit perfect on my bike. I swam sealed it as it does not come seam sealed and Six Moons does not seal this tent. I’ve had no problems with the tent leaking. It’s a small tent so I can’t put a lot of gear inside, but I knew this before I bought it. I have absolutely no complaints about the tent. Once I got use to the set, it is a breeze. You can open it up in warm weather for a breeze but keep it zipped up to keep out the bugs. Well worth the money.